Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
undervote
noun
/ˈʌndərˌvoʊt/
Definition
The act of casting a ballot in an election but not selecting a candidate for one or more offices on that ballot.
Examples
- In the recent election, there was a noticeable undervote for the gubernatorial race.
- Some voters expressed confusion, leading to a substantial undervote in the local council positions.
Meaning
Undervote occurs when a voter chooses not to vote for all positions available in an election, which might reflect indecision, lack of knowledge about a candidate, or intentional choice.
Synonyms
- Ballot omission
- Skipped vote
- Blank vote
